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Abel Tasman National Full Park Scenic Cruise
CA $94
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
CA $106
per adult
Abel Tasman: Sea Shuttle Cruise and Walking Tour Combo
CA $105
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Nelson City Walking Tour - Guided
CA $45
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Nelson Self-Guided E-Bike Wine Tour: Great Taste Trail & Seifried
CA $153
per adult
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
CA $86
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with Landing
CA $3,096
per traveller
From Nelson: Scenic Helicopter Ride and Mountain Picnic
CA $1,833
per traveller
Epic Guided Mountain Bike in Nelson and Heli Bike Tours
CA $153
per adult
Recommended activities in Nelson
Tours & day trips
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Abel Tasman National Park: Full Park Scenic Cruise
Activity duration is 3 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 265 reviews
Free cancellation available
Food, drink & nightlife
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Kiwi Spirit Distillery Golden Bay - Visit New Zealand's only Tequila Farm!
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Weddings & honeymoons
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From Nelson: Marlborough Sounds Scenic Helicopter Flight
Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Cruises & boat tours
See all 4 activitiesAbel Tasman National Park: Full Park Scenic Cruise
Activity duration is 3 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 265 reviews
Free cancellation available
History & culture
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Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell
Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
